Identifying a Bed Bug Infestation in Your Home 

Early identification is crucial for stopping a bed bug infestation before it spreads. Recognizing the signs can help you act quickly, whether by booking professional laundry treatment or starting a short-term action plan. 

Common Signs of Bed Bugs: 

1. Bite Marks
   Small, itchy red welts that often appear in lines or clusters, typically on exposed skin like arms, legs, and neck, while you sleep 

2. Blood Stains
   Tiny reddish smears or dots on your sheets, pillowcases, or sleepwear. These may be from crushed bugs after feeding 

3. Dark Excrement Spots
   Look for small, blackish-brown dots (similar to pepper flakes) along mattress seams, bed frames, furniture joints, or wall edges 

4. Eggs and Molted Skins
   Bed bug eggs are tiny, white, and oval-shaped. You may also see discarded exoskeletons (molted shells) in cracks, mattress edges, or along baseboards.

 What to Do If You See These Signs

 Do not panic, but don’t delay. Early action gives you the best chance of controlling the infestation with minimal cost and disruption.

💡 Tip: Bag your laundry in sealed plastic, and avoid moving items between rooms. If you’re in Toronto, contact us for heat-based laundry treatment that kills bed bugs, eggs, and larvae safely and effectively.

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